Western Australia FAQs
The best time to visit depends on where you’re headed. For Perth and the Southwest, go between September and April for warm, sunny days. For the Northwest and Kimberley, the dry season from May to October offers ideal weather for exploring.
Western Australia is home to some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, including Cottesloe Beach and City Beach in Perth; Cable Beach in Broome; Turquoise Bay in Exmouth; and Lucky Bay in Esperance, famous for its kangaroos on the sand.
Given its size, the best way to get around is by car or campervan for road trips and domestic flights between major regions. Local tours and coach services are also available for key attractions.
Whale watching season runs from May to December, with the best spots including Augusta, Dunsborough and Albany in the Southwest, and Exmouth in the Northwest for humpback and blue whale sightings.
You can reach Rottnest Island via a short ferry ride from Perth, Fremantle or Hillary’s Boat Harbour. The best time to visit is between October and April, when the weather is warm and perfect for swimming, cycling and meeting the island’s famous quokkas.
